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For more than 30 years, creditors, debtor corporations, investors, lenders and acquirers have turned to Kramer Levin to solve complicated bankruptcy and restructuring problems, to structure and lead negotiations that harmonize divergent interests and achieve consensual solutions, and to win suits in bankruptcy court, courts of appeal and the U.S. Supreme Court. Representing clients throughout the United States, we typically take on cases that involve multiple debtors with competing secured and unsecured creditors, complex restructurings, and contested interdebtor and intercreditor issues.


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What the Team is Known For

Kramer Levin has an excellent reputation for its representation of creditors and debtors in complex Chapter 9 and 11 engagements, and is particularly identified by market observers for the primacy of its creditors' committee practice. It is also widely praised for its strong bankruptcy litigation offering and ability to draw on additional strength in real estate and energy. The firm boasts an enviable client list of national and multinational corporates, hedge funds and distressed municipalities and has been active in a number of the largest and most complex matters of late, including major domestic and cross-border bankruptcies in the retail and energy sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP represented the official creditors' committee in the bankruptcy case of Endo International.

Strengths

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"Kramer Levin is consistently responsive to client demands and needs."

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Notable Practitioners

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Thomas Moers Mayer
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Thomas Moers Mayer
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Senior Statespeople

Thomas Mayer wins praise from all corners of the market for his expertise in complex bankruptcy matters. He is adept at handling both Chapter 9 and 11 proceedings.

"He has such a brilliant mind."

"Thomas is one of the finest lawyers in the bankruptcy world. He is detailed, confident and willing to give tough feedback."

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Kenneth H Eckstein
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Kenneth H Eckstein
Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Kenneth Eckstein advises clients on both the debtor and creditor sides of bankruptcy matters. His longstanding experience spans Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings and litigation. He has recently advised on matters in the pharmaceutical, energy and retail sectors.

"He has tremendous experience and judgment, and drives cases effectively."

"Ken provides excellent client service. He makes clear recommendations and executes client directives in an effective manner."

"Ken pairs decades of experience with exceptional client service, room presence and a deal-focused mentality to deliver exceptional advice and representation to clients."

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Thomas Moers Mayer
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Thomas Moers Mayer
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Senior Statespeople
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Kenneth H Eckstein
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Kenneth H Eckstein
Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Members

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Adam C. Rogoff

Alice J. Byowitz

Amy Caton

Ariel N. Lavinbuk

Brandon D. Arnold

Daniel M. Eggermann

David E. Blabey, Jr.

Douglas Mannal

Gregory Aaron Horowitz

Jeffrey S. Trachtman

Jonathan M. Wagner

Kenneth H Eckstein

Kenneth H Eckstein

Head of Department

Lawrence S. Robbins

Matthew M. Madden

P. Bradley O'Neill

Philip Bentley

Rachael Ringer

Roy T. Englert, Jr.

Stephen D. Zide

William J. Trunk